The Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is seeking feedback on the long-term roadmap for First Nations Digital Inclusion. The First Nations Digital Inclusion Roadmap aims to ensure equal levels of digital inclusion for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people by 2026 and beyond. Developed by the First Nations Digital Inclusion Advisory Group, this initiative focuses on several key areas:
– Internet Access and Affordability: Ensuring First Nations people can access and afford the internet.
– Safe Online Usage: Promoting safe and effective use of the internet.
– Government and Industry Services: Making services more appropriate and accessible.
– Sustainability of First Nations Media: Supporting the long-term viability of First Nations media and broadcasting.
– Consumer Protections: Enhancing protections for First Nations Australians in telecommunications.
– New Technologies: Utilizing new technologies in remote areas.
– Data on Digital Inclusion: Improving data collection on digital inclusion.
The Department seeks input on how government and industry can work with First Nations people and communities to improve access to affordable and reliable internet, culturally relevant media and information, and build their digital skills.
How you can voice your opinion
Please read the discussion paper and make a submission (written, audio, or video) by email to firstnationsdigitalinclusion@infrastructure.gov.au or visit: https://www.infrastructure.gov.au/have-your-say/roadmap-first-nations-digital-inclusion.
Your submission will help develop a roadmap to support digital inclusion for First Nations Australians, guiding practical actions by government and industry, in partnership with First Nations people and communities.
